Jason Blair

Jason Blair

Jason Blair is a flight instructor and an FAA designated pilot examiner, and an active author in the general aviation and flight training communities.
January 11, 2022 / By Jason Blair

South Lake Tahoe LDA Approach Requires Key Points Not to Miss

Surrounded by lofty mountains, the instrument approach to KTVL requires your attention.
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October 29, 2021 / By Jason Blair

Best Practices Shared for Examiners, Check Rides

DPEs gather for first-time symposium in Nashville, Tennessee, hosted by the Flight School Association of North America.
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April 9, 2020 / By Jason Blair

What’s a Flight Instructor to Do Now?

Here’s advice from an examiner on navigating the course.
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May 2, 2017 / By Jason Blair

FAA Data Shows Airline-Ready U.S. Pilot Numbers Tumbling

Certification changes have in part created far-reaching effects.
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February 2, 2017 / By Jason Blair

Practical Test Delays: The Industry and FAA Search for Solutions

Flight-exam scheduling is stretching to many weeks in high-activity training locations.
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May 19, 2015 / By Jason Blair

Guest Opinion: DPE Experience Requirements Updated

How recent changes for examiners may have a direct impact on pilots.
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March 19, 2013 / By Jason Blair

50,000 U.S. Airplanes Disappear

The “loss” of 15 percent of U.S. fleet part of an overdue process.
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